Download GE 169233 User's Manual

easy set iron with
color response
Model Number:
169233
UPC: 681131692335
Customer Assistance
1 877 207 0923 (US)
1 877 556 0973 (Canada)
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IMPORTANT safeguards
When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed
including the following:
read all instructions before using
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Use the iron only for its intended use.
To protect against risk of electric shock, do not immerse the iron in water other
liquids.
The iron should always be turned to OFF (O) before plugging or unplugging from
outlet. Never yank cord to disconnect from outlet; instead, grasp plug and pull to
disconnect.
Do not allow cord to touch hot surfaces. Let iron cool completely before putting
away. Fully retract cord within unit or loop cord loosely around iron, as applicable,
when storing.
Always disconnect iron from electrical outlet when filling with water or emptying
and when not in use.
Do not operate iron with a damaged cord or if the iron has been dropped or
damaged. To avoid the risk of electric shock, do not disassemble the iron. Call our
toll-free customer assistance number for information on examination and repair.
Incorrect reassembly can cause a risk of electric shock when the iron is used.
Close supervision is necessary for any appliance being used by or near children. Do
not leave iron unattended while connected or on an ironing board.
Burns can occur from touching hot metal parts, hot water, or steam. Use caution
when you turn a steam iron upside down – there may be hot water in the reservoir.
special instructions
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To avoid a circuit overload, do not operate another high wattage appliance on the
same circuit.
If an extension cord is absolutely necessary, a 13 ampere min. HPN-type cord
should be used. Cords rated for less amperage may overheat. Care should be
taken to arrange the cord so that it cannot be pulled or tripped over.
Save these instructions!
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OTHER CONSUMER SAFETY INFORMATION
This appliance is for HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY.
WARNING! Shock Hazard: This appliance has a polarized plug (one wide blade) that
reduces the risk of electric shock. The plug fits only one way into a polarized outlet. Do
not defeat the safety purpose of the plug by modifying the plug in any way or using an
adaptor. If the plug does not fit, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, have an electrician
replace the outlet.
Use the iron on an ironing board. Ironing on any other surface may damage that
surface.
Do not iron or vertical steam clothes that are being worn.
Do not use vertical steam in the direction of people or pets.
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Parts
5 6
7
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9
10
4
3
2
1
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150c
c
100c
15
14 13 12
1. Spray nozzle
2.Fill inlet cover
3.Fill inlet
4.Function knob
Turn right :
steam ironing
Turn left :
dry ironing
Press to open fill inlet cover (2)
5. Spray
button
6. Steam burst
button
11
7.Fabric setting button with display
8. Handle
9. Swivel cord guard
10. Heel
11. Power cord with power plug and tie
12. Water reservoir
13. Color-changing indicator
14. Soleplate with steam nozzles
15. Measuring cup
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ILLUSTRATIONS
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e
150cc
b
100cc
a
c
f
ILLUSTRATIONS
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operation
Before first use
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Carefully remove the steam iron from packaging.
Remove the cardboard and tissue paper from the soleplate (14).
Clean the outside of the iron with a damp cloth and a mild detergent.
Loosen the tie (11) and completely unwind the power cord (11).
When using the iron for the first time, we recommend testing it on a spare piece
of fabric to ensure that the soleplate (14) and water reservoir (12) are completely
clean.
The iron may produce an odor and give off smoke when first switched on, as
residues from the production process are eliminated. This is normal and does not
indicate a defect or hazard.
The iron may spit or sputter during the first few uses with tap water. This happens
as the steam chamber becomes conditioned. This will stop after a few uses.
Color-changing indicator and buzzer signal
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This iron is equipped with a color-changing indicator (13) on both sides of the
water reservoir (12) and a buzzer. The fabric setting display (7) shows the setting in
corresponding colors ( Fabric setting chart).
Press the fabric setting button (7) repeatedly, until the desired setting is displayed
( Fabric setting chart).
The fabric setting display (7) and the color-changing indicator (13) flash until the
set temperature is reached.
After the set temperature is reached, the fabric setting display (7) and the colorchanging indicator (13) stop flashing and light up continuously in the corresponding
color.
The buzzer beeps once.
When the iron switches off automatically ( Auto shut-off function), the fabric
setting display (7) and color-changing indicator (13) start flashing again. The
buzzer beeps six times.
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Filling the iron with water
NOTE: This iron has been designed to work with ordinary tap water; however, if you
live in an area with hard water, we recommend the use of distilled water. Chemically
softened water (e.g. from household water softeners) is not recommended and may
cause the iron to leak or spit.
• Ensure the iron is unplugged from the the wall outlet.
• Place the iron on its soleplate (14) on a flat, dry and level surface.
• Press the function knob (4) to open the fill inlet cover (2) (ill. a ).
• Use the supplied measuring cup (15) and fill the water reservoir (12) through the fill
inlet (3) until the MAX fill level on the reservoir (12) is reached (ill. b ).
• Close the fill inlet cover (2) (ill. c ).
• Hold the iron horizontally and move back and forth for about 30 seconds ( Anticalc system).
Setting the temperature
NOTE: Always follow the ironing instructions attached to the fabric. Please refer to the
fabric setting chart on the following page if there should be no ironing instructions on
the fabric.
• If the fabric consists of a mixture of fibers, set the iron according to the fiber that
requires the lowest temperature.
• Connect the iron to a suitable wall outlet.
and
appear on the fabric setting display (7).
flashes in blue
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slowly. Meanwhile, the color-changing indicator (13) also flashes in blue.
• Place the iron on its heel (10) on a level surface (ill. d ).
• Press the fabric setting button (7) repeatedly, until the desired setting is displayed
( Fabric setting chart). The color-changing indicator (13) flashes in the
corresponding color.
• Allow the iron to heat up.
• After the set temperature is reached, the fabric setting display (7) and the colorchanging indicator (13) stop flashing and light up continuously in the corresponding
color.
• The buzzer beeps once.
• The iron is ready for use.
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Fabric setting chart
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If the ironing instructions for the fabric are missing, but you know the type of the fabric,
refer to the following table:
Steam
setting
Dry ironing
Steam
ironing
Fabric setting Color
graphics
Ironing instructions
Blue
Press to set temperature
Flashing blue
Standby
Blue*
Dry iron. Use spray, if necessary
Green*
Iron while fabric is still damp
Purple*
Dry iron. Use spray, if necessary
Red*
Iron on reverse side of fabric
while still damp
Turquoise*
Iron while still damp; use steam
and/or spray
* The color-changing indicator (13) flashes in the corresponding color before the
set temperature is reached.
NOTE: The iron heats up more quickly than it cools down.
Steam ironing
CAUTION: Always fill the water reservoir (12) with water before connecting the iron with
the mains.
• Fill the iron with water ( Filling the iron with water). Connect the iron to a suitable
wall outlet.
position (ill. g ).
• Turn the function knob (4) right to the steam ironing
• Set the temperature ( Setting the temperature).
• Press the fabric setting button (7) repeatedly, until the desired setting is displayed
( Fabric setting chart).
• Allow the iron to heat up until the fabric setting display (7) stops blinking and beeps
once.
• During preheating, do not touch the soleplate (14) to feel the temperature (ill. e ).
Danger of burns!
• Do not preheat the iron with the soleplate (14) facing down. Always place the iron
on its heel (10) (ill. d ).
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Turn the function knob (4) to the desired steam output. Turn right/left to increase/
decrease the steam output. Steam is kept at a constant temperature.
After use, turn the function knob (4) left to the dry ironing
position (ill. g ).
Press the fabric setting button (7), until
is displayed. Disconnect the iron from
the wall outlet.
Let the iron cool completely, and remove water ( Turning the iron off and emptying
the water reservoir).
Store the iron on its heel (10) in a safe place ( Storage).
Water spray
NOTE: Water spray can be used to help iron heavy fabrics or difficult areas (collars,
pockets, sleeves, creases, etc). It can also be used when ironing delicate fabrics, which
cannot be steam ironed.
• Set the temperature ( Fabric setting chart).
• Aim the spray nozzle (1) at the garment and then press the spray
button (5).
• A spray of water is emitted from the spray nozzle (1) (ill. f ).
NOTE: Spray function only works when water has been filled into the reservoir (12). If
the spray is being used for the first time, or if the iron has been standing for some time,
you may need to press the spray
button (5) a few times to prime the spray pump
before it works correctly.
Steam burst
NOTE: This function provides an extra amount of steam to remove stubborn creases.
For extra stubborn creases, wait a few seconds before pressing the steam burst
button (6) again. Most creases can be removed within three bursts of steam.
• Set the temperature ( Setting the temperature).
button (6).
• Press the steam burst
• A burst of steam is released from the nozzles in the soleplate (14) (ill. h ).
NOTE: The iron might be too hot for some fabrics when using the steam setting.
Vertical steam ironing
NOTE: This function provides an extra amount of steam to remove creases on delicate
garments in a hanging position, hanging curtains or other hanging fabrics.
• Prepare the iron for steam ironing ( Steam ironing).
• Hold the iron about 6 inches away from the fabric to be ironed.
button (6). Now, steam bursts out and penetrates into the
• Press the steam burst
fabric to remove creases (ill. i ).
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CAUTION: Do not allow the soleplate (14) to touch delicate fabrics! Do not direct the
steam toward persons or pets. Danger of scalding!
NOTE: The iron may be too hot for some fabrics when using the steam setting.
Dry ironing
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Connect the iron to a suitable wall outlet.
position (ill. g ).
Turn the function knob (4) left to the dry ironing
Set the temperature ( Setting the temperature).
Repeatedly press the fabric setting button (7), until the desired setting is displayed
( Fabric setting chart).
• Do not preheat the iron with the soleplate facing down. Always place the iron on its
heel (10) (ill. d ).
is displayed. Disconnect the iron from
• Press the fabric setting button (7), until
the wall outlet.
• Let the iron cool completely, and remove water ( Turning the iron off and emptying
the water reservoir).
CAUTION: During the cooling process, do not touch the soleplate (14) to feel the
temperature (ill. e ). Danger of burns!
• Store the iron on its heel (10) in a safe place ( Storage).
NOTE: When changing the temperature setting please allow the steam iron a minute
to adjust.
NOTE: The spray function only works when there is water in the reservoir (12). If the
spray is being used for the first time, or if the iron has been standing for some time, you
button (5) a few times to prime the spray pump before
may need to press the spray
it works correctly.
NOTE: The steam burst function only works when there is water in the reservoir (12).
Anti-drip function
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The anti-drip system is designed to prevent water escaping from the soleplate (14)
when the iron is too cold. During use, the anti-drip system may emit a clicking
sound, particularly while heating up or cooling down. This is perfectly normal and
indicates that the system is functioning correctly.
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Auto shut-off function
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If the iron is not moved for a certain period of time, it will shut off automatically.
After shut off, the iron will cool and the fabric setting display (7) and color-changing
indicator (13) will flash slowly in the corresponding color. The buzzer will beep six
times.
Tilt the iron down and back to restart the iron in the previous setting.
The iron is equipped with a motion sensor. If the iron keeps idle for a certain amount
of time, the buzzer will beep six times to warn you of a potential danger:
Position
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Illustration
Time
Beeps
On soleplate
30 seconds
6x
On the side
30 seconds
6x
On the heel
15 minutes
6x
Press the fabric setting button (7) to restart the iron in the previous setting.
Memory settings are lost after turning the iron off or disconnecting from the wall
outlet.
Turning the iron off and emptying the water reservoir
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Press the fabric setting button (7), until
is displayed. Disconnect the iron from
the wall outlet.
position (ill. g ).
Turn the function knob (4) left to the dry ironing
Disconnect the iron from the wall outlet.
Wait until the iron has cooled completely.
Place the iron on its soleplate (14) on a flat, dry and level surface. Press the function
knob (4) to open the fill inlet cover (2) (ill. a ).
Hold the iron upside down over a sink to empty the water reservoir (12).
Store the iron on its heel (10) in a safe place (ill. d ).
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cleaning and maintenance
Anti-calc system
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The water reservoir (12) with its anti-calc resin is designed to reduce the buildup of
limescale that occurs during steam ironing.
This will prolong the working life of your iron.
Cleaning the iron
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Do not use harsh abrasives, chemical cleaners or solvents to clean the casing of
your iron, as these will damage its surface.
To clean the occasional build-up of scale on the soleplate (14) and the casing, just
wipe with a soft damp cloth.
Always store the iron in an upright position on its heel (10) (ill. d ).
Storage
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To get the longest working life from your iron, it is best stored in a dry place.
Disconnect the iron from the wall outlet.
Empty the water reservoir (12) before storing the iron.
When the iron has cooled completely, use the provided tie (11) to manage the
power cord (11).
Store the iron on a stable shelf or in a cupboard. To avoid accidents, ensure that
both the iron and its power cord (11) are beyond reach of children or pets.
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troubleshOoting
PROBLEM
CAUSE
Iron does not
heat up.
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Water leaks out
of the iron.
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Iron does not
produce steam.
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Iron leaves spots
on fabrics.
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SOLUTION
The plug (11) is not
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connected properly to the
wall outlet.
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The fabric setting
display (7) is set to
position.
The auto shut-off function •
has been activated.
Ensure the plug (11) is
properly connected to the
wall outlet.
Ensure the fabric setting
display (7) lights up.
The water reservoir (12) is •
overfilled.
The set temperature has •
not been reached or is
too low.
Do not overfill the water
reservoir (12).
Allow sufficient time for
the iron to preheat or set
higher temperature.
Water level in the water
reservoir (12) is too low.
The set temperature has
not been reached.
The function knob (4)
is not set to the steam
ironing
position.
Anti-drip function shuts
off steam when the
temperature setting is
too low.
Before use, there is
water left in the water
reservoir (12). Leftover
water may discolor
clothing and the
soleplate (14).
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Press the fabric setting
button (7) if the auto
shut-off function has been
activated.
Add water in the water
reservoir (12).
Allow sufficient time for
the iron to preheat.
Ensure the function
knob (4) is set to the
steam ironing
position.
Set temperature higher.
Always empty the water
reservoir (12) after use.
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PROBLEM
CAUSE
SOLUTION
Creases are not
removed.
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The fabric setting is not
suitable.
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The spray function or the
steam burst function is
not used.
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Fabric setting
display (7) and
color-changing
indicator (13)
flash quickly.
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The set temperature has
not been reached yet.
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Wait until the flashing
stops.
Fabrics are
scorched.
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The set temperature is
too high.
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Set fabric setting button (7)
to correct temperature
according to fabric label;
wait for the fabric setting
display (7) and colorchanging indicator (13) to
stop flashing.
Fabric setting
display (7) and
color-changing
indicator (13)
flash slowly.
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Automatic shut-off
function has been
activated.
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Move the iron and allow it
to reheat.
Set the fabric setting
button (7) to the correct
temperature according to
the fabric label.
Use the spray function or
the steam burst function
to remove stubborn
creases.
If additional assistance is needed, please contact our Customer Assistance at
1.877.207.0923 (U.S.) or 1.877.556.0973 (Canada).
Technical data
Rated voltage:
Rated power input:
AC 120 V~, 60Hz
1500W
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Customer Assistance
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service, please have the model number and product name ready for the operator to assist you.
This number can be found on the bottom of your appliance and on the front page of this manual.
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Keep these numbers for future reference!
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